Sea Grape Drive could soon sound less idyllic if Lauderdale-by-the-Sea town commissioners approve a proposal to add a second name to the road: “President Donald J. Trump Drive.”

The proposal has generated a furious debate and opened a divide in the oceanfront community, where residents and business owners extol the laid-back atmosphere and small-town charm.

“It’s spreading like wildfire. We’re showing up on people’s social media everywhere,” said opponent Cristie Furth, who added that she “didn’t expect this to blow up like this.”

That’s not simply hype from one side. Mayor Edmund Malkoon said he’s had to put his phone on mute in recent days because he’s gotten so many calls — “it’s gotten to the point you just can’t answer everyone” — and if he steps away from the computer for 10 minut

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